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Meet the puppies of the Cloud 9 Animal Shelter: Caboodle the big poodle; King Tut the most divine of all mutts; Lollie the collie; and Boom-Boom the Basset hound. When a shy yellow Lab named Marilyn is abandoned at the Cloud 9 Animal Shelter, she thinks her whole world has shattered. With the help of the other puppies, she soon discovers that things always work out and with each new day comes a new beginning. But when a couple wants to adopt her, she is unsure if she should leave the shelter she now calls home.

Ivy and Bean meets Aliens in My Pocket in this start to a brand-new chapter book series about Frankie Sparks, a third grader who uses her love for science and math to help her solve problems she comes across in her daily life. The best thing EVER is happening in Frankie Sparks's third-grade class: They are getting a class pet! Their teacher, Miss Cupid, tells them they will vote on their pet, but it has to meet some "parameters."

When a friend calls in distress with horse problems, Lindsay can't get there quick enough to help! Lisa made a plan to let Lindsay's trainer, Anne, move her horses to their property - during the rainiest season on record in Riverside; it quickly became an impossible muddy situation. A beautiful horse that lives just down the street becomes available for sale. Will Lindsay finally have the horse of her dreams? Listen to find out more.

Discover how animals influenced 20 of the world's most beloved authors, from Charles Dickens to J. K. Rowling. Did you know that a dog saved Pablo Neruda's life? Or that Mark Twain had a cat named Bambino? Or that Edgar Allan Poe wrote with a cat on his shoulders? Writers and Their Pets tells these stories and many more that will delight not only children but also literary experts, history lovers, and animal enthusiasts. Writers and Their Pets features a diverse list of both male and female international authors, from the 19th to the 21st century.

Dramatic changes in Windsor Heights landscape lead to hungry hawks and hungry coyotes! Beau's friend loses something important; will scent hound Cheyenne's nose save the day? Lindsay and her hard to handle horse, Moon, are on the rocks and in the wake of an accident, an ultimatum is given.

When a buffalo calf is born it has a beautiful brown and hairy coat but by the time it is adult the coat has disappeared and only a grey leathery skin is left. The children ask where the coat has gone and this is the story they are told.

In the second book of this FANGtastic spin-off of Mo O'Hara's New York Times best-selling My Big Fat Zombie Goldfish chapter book series, an aspiring evil scientist and his mostly evil (and totally forbidden) vampire kitten blast off to Evil Scientist Space Camp.

Meet tiny Tiffany and her big personality in this touching story of compassion, determination, and triumph. Listeners will discover the dark and dank place (a puppy mill) where Tiffany began her life and experience her rescue and hope for a brighter tomorrow. Yet even after her rescue, Tiffany struggles to play like the other dogs due to her injuries and weak legs.

Four cats are left locked and abandoned in a small London apartment to die by their uncaring owners. Without food and water, things look bleak, until one of them remembers a kind old lady she lived with as a kitten many years earlier. Assuming she's still alive, the aging felines face a 50-mile journey to salvation and what they all realize is their last hope. Escaping the apartment is only the tiny first step in a long, arduous journey that will change all of their lives forever.

When a landslide on the Jurassic Coast reveals a rare ‘dragon’ dinosaur, best friends Kat Wolfe and Harper Lamb are thrilled, especially when stars and scientists come flocking to sleepy Bluebell Bay. But after they begin investigating a suspicious death, events spiral quickly out of control for detectives Wolfe and Lamb. Worse still, Kat’s wild cat is in trouble. Can they solve the mystery - and save the cat's life - before it’s too late?

Getting a pet for the first time is exciting! Learn all about the process in this audiobook. Critical thinking questions teach the basics of taking care of a pet.

Rufus has been dreaming of getting a dog. His best friend has one. His worst friend has one. But his dad has a few objections: They whine. They gnaw. They bark. They scratch. They beg. They drool. Rufus pays no attention when his mom offers her think-outside-the-box suggestion, because she can't be serious. She can't be. She can be. And she actually comes home with a guinea pig. And if Rufus's dad thinks dogs are a problem, he won't know what hit him when he meets the "Guinea Pig That Thinks She's a Dog". She barks. She bites. She'll eat your homework.

When his classmates learn about Fido, the guinea pig that acts like a dog, they all want a piece of Rufus, her owner. But Rufus hates the attention, the demands, the "celebrity". So he decides to make Fido learn how to be an actual guinea pig. But when she goes missing, he feels terrible. Was she lost, "dognapped", or did she run away, because he no longer liked her just the way she was?

What four-legged soldiers fight beside our troops? Military dogs! They can sniff out enemies and find dangerous weapons. These dogs are hardworking members of the military. Learn all about what these amazing animals can do.

Monty's Leap of Faith is the story of a lovable, laid-back exotic shorthair cat called Monty, who isn’t the brightest feline in the world and has never left his garden because he can’t jump. Monty’s life changes when his owner starts to foster cats for the local RSPCA and a variety of cats and kittens are welcomed into his home on a temporary basis. This story follows the antics of the first three kittens to be fostered and how they influence Monty to finally leave the confines of his garden.

When training on a total whim, your chances of success are slim! A new puppy is an amazing addition to any home, but training them can turn into a nightmare very quickly. Exploring proven techniques and ground-breaking research, author Max Parrott provides everything you need to raise the perfect puppy with ease. Cutting corners will lead to messes. It’s time to “bone up” now!

Listen to this sweet, heartwarming, true story about a runaway dog who arrived late one stormy night at my home nestled in the forest on a hilltop on the island of Maui. Most likely, he had fled from an abusive environment. He found refuge at my home. He stepped into my life and opened my heart, becoming my companion and best friend. This was a true godsend. Sparkey's sweet spirit has touched the hearts of many children and adults alike. Share with us our fun adventures at Sparkey's favorite park on Maui known as Giggle Hill.

Noodles is a strange red creature with a squeaker in his tummy, who just happens to be the favorite toy of a West Highland white terrier named Lilie. Now, noodles is missing. Lilie’s sure she left Noodles on the living room floor when she went walkies. But when she comes home and goes to fetch him so they can have a nap together, Noodles isn’t there. Where’s Noodles? Is he somewhere else, or is he lost forever?

Follow the adventures of the cool cats! There are five fun short stories about some adventurous, fun, and silly cats. This is an excellent audiobook for beginning and early listeners who love cats. Each story is fun and exciting and entertaining to listen to for children. It also includes some funny jokes! These short stories are great for listening aloud with friends and family at home or school.

Follow the adventures of the hungry dog, a.k.a Indy. He is a very hungry dog. He eats and eats and eats and never gets full! He is on the look out for more food! Five fun short stories, funny jokes, and more! What kind of adventures will the Indy get into while searching for more food? Find out in this awesome audiobook for kids. This is an excellent audiobook for beginning and early listeners. Each story is fun and exciting. These short stories are great for listening aloud with friends and family at home or school.